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Specially designed for middle graders, Heroes of Olympus depicts some classic tales from Roman and Greek mythology in a completely new light. Summary Of The Book Heroes of Olympus brings several classic stories from bygone eras, specifically from Greek and Roman mythology. It is an adaptation of the author’s own adult version titled Oh My Gods. This one caters to a much younger audience. The chapters of the book are devoted to the tales of various heroes, tragic lovers, major and minor deities, Athena and Ares, the origination of Rome, exploitation, the fall of Troy, and the love affairs of Zeus. There is a story of a maiden who is kidnapped by the God of the Dead. Then there is a story of a warrior woman who challenges various suitors to compete for her hand. There are tales of adventure of Atalanta, Roman and Greek myths. There is also a tale of a Prince who finds a Minotaur from the heart of a labyrinth of maze. In this children's version of the book, the author leaves out most of the sex and violence scenes. Ancient myths have always been an enthralling for readers and nothing has decreased their original essence. They continue to engross even the present generation of readers from all over the world. Tales from the Greek and Roman mythology are known for their irresistible narratives and action-packed drama. They are known for being the messenger of the age that was. Heroes Of Olympus also stands as an informative book providing valuable insight into various mythological events and their impact on the psyches of societies, nations, and individuals. About Philip Freeman Philip Freeman is a Professor and an Author. He has written several books, some of which include Julius Caesar, Alexander The Great, Oh My Gods, The Philosopher And The Druids: A Journey Among the Ancient Celts, and St. Patrick Of Ireland. Freeman is a PhD holder from Harvard University in Classics and Celtic studies. He has also worked at Harvard Divinity School as a visiting professor and as the Professor of Classics at Washington University. Freeman is presently a professor at Luther College in Iowa. He lives in Decorah, Iowa.